WWDD
Lainey Wilson Lyrics
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Big voice on the radio dial
Like a country music modern day apostle
Yeah, I leaned in like it was gospel
WWDD
That's the bottom line for me
My go-to compass and my golden rule
I just gotta ask myself, hell
What would Dolly do
In them heels
In that dress
Wouldn't put up with no BS
She'd kill ya with some kindness, take the high road
Turn a little rain into a rainbow
WWDD
That's the bottom line for me
My go-to compass and my golden rule
When life rings my southern bell
I just gotta ask myself, hell
What would Dolly do
Didn't let dirt poor hold her back
And getting told no, it don't mean jack
Ain't scared of nothing ain't nobody's fool
Don't put up with heartbreak boys like you
WWDD
That's the bottom line for me
My go-to compass and my golden rule
When life rings my southern bell
I just gotta ask myself, hell
What would Dolly do
I said hell what would Dolly do
Hey what would Dolly do
In Lainey Wilson's song 'WWDD', the singer admires Dolly Parton and seeks to emulate her qualities when facing difficulties in life. She describes Dolly as having a "big heart, big smile" with a "big voice on the radio dial", and sees her as a "country music modern day apostle". The singer considers Dolly's approach to life as gospel and asks herself "What would Dolly do?" when she needs guidance.
The lyrics describe Dolly as someone who would "kill ya with some kindness" and "take the high road" when faced with adversity. She is seen as someone who wouldn't "put up with no BS" and would "turn a little rain into a rainbow". The singer admires her resilience and determination, and notes that she "didn't let dirt poor hold her back" and wasn't afraid to be rejected ("getting told no, it don't mean jack"). The song concludes with the singer repeating the question "What would Dolly do?" as a way of seeking motivation to face life's challenges with grace and compassion.
Line by Line Meaning
Big heart, big smile
Lainey Wilson admires Dolly Parton for her cheerful and generous nature.
Big voice on the radio dial
Dolly Parton's songs are a constant source of inspiration and comfort to Lainey Wilson.
Like a country music modern day apostle
Lainey Wilson views Dolly Parton as a kind of saintly figure who brings hope and faith to the world.
Yeah, I leaned in like it was gospel
Lainey Wilson listens to Dolly Parton with the same reverence as she would to a religious sermon.
WWDD
Lainey Wilson uses the acronym 'WWDD' (What Would Dolly Do) as a guiding principle for her life.
That's the bottom line for me
Following in the footsteps of Dolly Parton is non-negotiable for Lainey Wilson.
My go-to compass and my golden rule
Lainey Wilson relies on Dolly Parton's example to navigate the challenges of life.
When life rings my southern bell
When life presents a problem or a decision to make, Lainey Wilson consults the teachings of Dolly Parton.
I just gotta ask myself, hell
Lainey Wilson poses a rhetorical question to herself as a way to make sure she is staying true to Dolly Parton's principles of kindness and resilience.
What would Dolly do
Lainey Wilson constantly asks herself how Dolly Parton would handle various situations, seeking to emulate her positive attitude, strength, and grace.
In them heels
Lainey Wilson admires Dolly Parton's sense of style and her ability to rock high heels with confidence.
In that dress
Dolly Parton's fashion sense is an inspiration to Lainey Wilson.
Wouldn't put up with no BS
Dolly Parton is known for her no-nonsense attitude and refusal to be mistreated or disrespected.
She'd kill ya with some kindness, take the high road
Dolly Parton's response to negativity is always to respond with love and grace. Lainey Wilson seeks to do the same.
Turn a little rain into a rainbow
Dolly Parton's songs are known for their uplifting messages that encourage listeners to find beauty and light even in dark times. Lainey Wilson aims to do the same with her own music.
Didn't let dirt poor hold her back
Dolly Parton's upbringing in poverty did not prevent her from achieving great success and making a difference in the world.
And getting told no, it don't mean jack
Dolly Parton's resilience in the face of rejection and disappointment is a lesson that Lainey Wilson takes to heart.
Ain't scared of nothing ain't nobody's fool
Dolly Parton is fearless and strong. Lainey Wilson aims to be the same.
Don't put up with heartbreak boys like you
Lainey Wilson refuses to tolerate any mistreatment or disrespect from men, inspired by Dolly Parton's example of strength and self-respect.
I said hell what would Dolly do
Lainey Wilson reiterates her use of the 'WWDD' principle as a way to stay focused on Dolly Parton's teachings.
Hey what would Dolly do
Lainey Wilson concludes the song by reminding herself and her listeners to always ask the question 'What would Dolly do?' as a way to stay on the path of kindness, strength, and resilience.
Writer(s): Lainey Wilson, Michael Heeney, Casey Beathard
Contributed by Logan L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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LAINEY WILSON (2020) – WWDD (Traducción en español)
Big heart, big smile
Un gran corazón, una gran sonrisa
Big voice on the radio dial
Una gran voz en el dial de la radio
Like a country music modern day apostle
Como una apóstol moderna de la música country
Yeah, I leaned in like it was gospel
Sí, me incliné como si fuera el evangelio
WWDD (1)
¿Qué haría Dolly?
That's the bottom line for me
Ése es el punto fundamental para mí
My go-to compass and my golden rule
Mi brújula de referencia y mi regla dorada
When life rings my southern bell
Cuando la vida toque a mi puerta sureña
I just gotta ask myself, hell
Sólo tengo que preguntarme, demonios
What would Dolly do
¿Qué haría Dolly?
In them heels
Con sus tacones
In that dress
Con su vestido
Wouldn't put up with no BS (2)
No toleraría ninguna chorrada
She'd kill ya with some kindness, take the high road
Ella te mataría con algo de amabilidad, haría lo correcto
Turn a little rain into a rainbow
Convertiría un pequeño aguacero en un arco iris
WWDD
¿Qué haría Dolly?
That's the bottom line for me
Ése es el punto fundamental para mí
My go-to compass and my golden rule
Mi brújula de referencia y mi regla dorada
When life rings my southern bell
Cuando la vida toque a mi puerta sureña
I just gotta ask myself, hell
Sólo tengo que preguntarme, demonios
What would Dolly do
¿Qué haría Dolly?
Didn't let dirt poor hold her back
No dejó que ser muy pobre la refrenara
And getting told no, it don't mean jack
Y que le dijeran no, no significa nada
Ain't scared of nothing ain't nobody's fool
No la asustó nada, no es ninguna tonta
Don't put up with heartbreak boys like you
No aguantaría a chicos rompecorazones como tú
WWDD
¿Qué haría Dolly?
That's the bottom line for me
Ése es el punto fundamental para mí
My go-to compass and my golden rule
Mi brújula de referencia y mi regla dorada
When life rings my southern bell
Cuando la vida toque a mi puerta sureña
I just gotta ask myself, hell
Sólo tengo que preguntarme, demonios
What would Dolly do
¿Qué haría Dolly?
I said hell what would Dolly do
Dije, demonios, ¿qué haría Dolly?
Hey what would Dolly do
Eh, ¿qué haría Dolly?
(1) WWDD: “What Would Dolly Do?” : “¿Qué haría Dolly?”
(2) BS: Bullshit : Chorrada /s
@canuckkahuna
This is so...Lainey! FABULOUS and I hope Miss Dolly gets to see it. <3
@justiceharrison5142
Hello there Deborah nice meeting you here
@sherrygreiner7432
All this video needed at the end was another shot of that fog hairspray followed by air masks dropping down from the ceiling. I laughed so hard when Lainey started coughing from the hairspray!😂😂
@leonardshono4586
I have seen her live a couple of times. Puts on a great show. Spoke with her after her shows. Down to earth attitude. So proud of this Louisiana Woman
@bedwinsounds8897
HAWLY LAWD this needs to be in the Mediabase Top 10 pronto.
@danielthames1426
Boom! Instant Classic!
@tiaandupreez
🇿🇦❤️
@eduardoroblero6534
When u gotta self isolate but still drop a banger!
@montanahall5319
I'll never have enough of this song! On REPEAT!!!! 🥰❤️
@ethanthompson2744
My cousin has made it to the big times.